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Support Logical Shorthands in CSS

There’s a bit of a blind spot when working with CSS logical properties concerning shorthands.


Support Logical Shorthands in CSS originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. Y

1mo | CSS tricks
Are Starlink’s Satellites Depleting the Ozone?

Elon Musk's satellite internet company has been a game-changer for rural internet, but there could be dire consequences for Earth's stratosphere. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/are-starlinks-satellites-depleting-the-ozone/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
This Travel Backpack Is My Go-To Carry-On Bag, and It's Just $30 at Amazon Right Now

The 40-liter Dinictis backpack gives me way more flexibility than a typical roller bag and is ideal for flights, and it's on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-travel-backpack-is-my-go-to-carry-on-bag-and-its-just-30-at-amazon-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
This Affordable Laptop Is My Daily Pick and It's Discounted for Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Lenovo's Duet 11 Chromebook is compact, lightweight and perfect for commuting or travel. It's currently available at a slight discount for Amazon's Big Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-affordable-laptop-is-my-daily-go-to-and-its-discounted-for-amazons-big-spring-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
This Window Heat Pump Installs in Just Minutes. Here's How

Say goodbye to electricians. Gradient's 120-volt All-Weather Heat Pump heats and cools up to 500 square feet and plugs right into a standard outlet. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/this-window-heat-pump-installs-in-just-minutes-heres-how/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Does a Dead Person Have to Pay Taxes? Everything You Should Know

The death of a loved one can bring a lot of uncertainty, but there is some clarity to be had when it comes to their tax situation. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/does-a-dead-person-have-to-pay-taxes-everything-you-should-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
This Dyson Vacuum Is My Lifeline, and It's $200 Off for Amazon's Big Spring Sale

The Dyson V15 cordless vacuum tackles even the grimiest corners of my busy household, and it's $150 off for Amazon's Big Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-dyson-vacuum-is-my-lifeline-and-its-200-off-for-amazons-big-spring-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
My All-Time Favorite Multitool for Emergencies Is on Sale Right Now

This compact, versatile multitool is a staple in every go bag I've put together, and it's 14% off as part of Amazon's Big Spring Sale event. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-all-time-favorite-multitool-for-emergencies-is-on-sale-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Apple AirTags Are My Favorite Travel Companion, and Now They're $29 Off at Amazon

I use Apple AirTags to keep track of pretty much everything I own, and right now a four-pack costs only $70 thanks to Amazon's Big Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/apple-airtags-are-my-favorite-travel-companion-and-now-theyre-29-off-at-amazon/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Apple Will Enable USB-C Lossless Audio on AirPods Max in April

A firmware update will bring lossless audio and ultralow-latency audio to Apple's flagship headphones -- but only over a wired connection. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-will-enable-usb-c-lossless-audio-on-airpods-max-in-april/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 US government IT contracts set to be centralized in new Trump order

President Trump calls out government agencies for not purchasing IT centrally, signs an executive order for just that.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/us-government-it-contracts-set-to-be-centralized-in-new-trump-order

 NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, March 25 (game #387)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-25-march-2025

 Apple's AirPods Max with USB-C will get lossless audio in April, but you'll need to go wired

Alongside iOS 18.4 in April, Apple is giving AirPods Max with USB-C a duo of a new features: lossless audio and ultra-low-latency support, but you still have to bypass Bluetooth.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/headphones/apples-airpods-max-with-usb-c-will-get-lossless-audio-in-april-but-youll-need-to-go-wired

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, March 25 (game #653)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-25-march-2025

 Ensuring your organization uses AI responsibly: a how-to guide

How business can build their own AI frameworks, creating a balance between regulations, ethics, and innovation.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/ensuring-your-organization-uses-ai-responsibly-a-how-to-guide

 How has the Windows Start menu evolved? Looking back in time as Microsoft turns 50

As Microsoft turns 50, we're looking at the Start menu's changes from its debut in Windows 95, passing through 98, ME, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/how-the-windows-start-menu-has-evolved-in-the-last-50-years-of-microsoft

 I played 33 Immortals in early access and enjoyed an unusual fight through Hell

33 Immortals is an unusual multiplayer roguelike that tasks players with working with AND against each other

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/33-immortals-xbox-game-preview

 Atomfall: How to grab the best melee weapon and melee perk right away

Need a little boost in your swing? Blood thinners not cutting it? Check out our guide on how to get the best pairing.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/atomfall-best-melee-weapon-and-perk

I’m watching out for personalized scams. You should, too
1mo | pcworld.com
This Ryzen 7 mini PC with triple 4K support is on sale for $309
1mo | pcworld.com
HP is making more PCs in the US and focusing on customer experience
1mo | pcworld.com
Malware strikes again. I’m starting to worry about Steam’s lax security
1mo | pcworld.com
Is Philips Hue about to unleash its first video doorbell?
1mo | pcworld.com
Stopped checking Facebook? How to get email alerts for messages and invites
1mo | pcworld.com
HP printer class action lawsuit ends in disappointment
1mo | pcworld.com
 Gigabyte G34WQCP WQHD VA 190 Hz curved gaming monitor review: Faster than ever

Gigabyte updates its 34-inch line of curved gaming monitors with the speedier-than-before G34WQCP. It’s a VA panel with a 1500R curve, WQHD 3440x1440 resolution, 190 Hz, Adaptive-Sync, HDR400 and wide gamut color.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/gigabyte-g34wqcp-34-inch-wqhd-va-190-hz-curved-gaming-monitor-review

 Pat Gelsinger becomes executive chairman, head of technology at church-focused platform Gloo

Pat Gelsinger to lead development of one of the industry's first vertical industry clouds for faith and values-aligned AI at religious-oriented tech company Gloo.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/pat-gelsinger-becomes-executive-chairman-head-of-technology-at-church-focused-platform-gloo

Elastic Stack 8.17.2 released

Version 8.17.2 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.17.2 over the previous versions 8.17.1

For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.

https://www.elasti

Elastic Stack 8.16.4 released

Version 8.16.4 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.16.4 over the previous versions 8.16.3

For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.

https://www.elasti

Elastic Stack 7.17.28 released

Version 7.17.28 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 7.17.28 over the previous version 7.17.27

For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.

https://www.elas

Elastic Stack 8.16.5 released

Version 8.16.5 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.16.5 over the previous version 8.16.4

For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.

https://www.elastic

Elastic Stack 8.17.3 released

Version 8.17.3 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.17.3 over the previous versions 8.17.2

For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.

https://www.elasti

Get four months of this Disney+ and Hulu bundle for only $12

You have to be patient if you want to take advantage of the best streaming deals because they don't come around as often as discounts on laptops and smartphones. One of the best deals as of late is a new one from Disney: new and returning subscribers can get four months of the

1mo | Engadget
Apple is finally updating AirPods Max with lossless and ultra-low latency audio

No, pigs aren’t flying, hell hasn’t frozen over and you (probably) haven’t won the Powerball jackpot, but something else nearly as unexpected is happening. Over four years after it debuted AirPods Max, Apple is

1mo | Engadget
Amazon Spring Sale 2025: The best tech deals from Apple, Bose, Sonos, Anker and others

We're still a few months out from the big Amazon Prime Day that typically happens in July, but the online retail giant is having yet another big sale to usher in spring. The Amazon Spring Sale is officially on the books for 2025, starting on March 25 and running through March 31. Considering the time of ye

1mo | Engadget